September 2, 2010

Just Ordered My Flip-Pal Mobile Scanner

I've heard good things about this scanner, and I loved that it is small (10.25 x 6.5 x 1.25 inches), easily carted around (weighs less than one pound), and scans in an area 4x6inches. It will scan larger documents or photos and has stitching software to merge larger items into one.

Flip-Pal Mobile Scanner is cordless, battery powered (I love that idea!) You can set it for 600 and 300 dpi resolution which is plenty for my genealogy scanning needs. I'm excited to see it, try it and use the stitching software program for larger scans.

The website says it's "A remarkable solution for preserving and sharing memories" If it works as they say it does, it will be! I'll be taking it to my 87 year old auntie's place and scanning all those old photos I've been drooling over. The ones she can't bear to let out of her sight....

I'm really excited about this portable scanner and can't wait for it to arrive. Oh and I almost forgot to mention, it was only $149.99. Fingers crossed that it arrives soon!

have you received your flip pal? I placed my order aug. 5, and was so excited to get it. (i was charged for it immediately.) after more than a month, i called them to see what happened. they said they were back ordered and would be sent after oct. 1. again, mid october comes and still no scanner. now i'm in a bind because i'm on deadline for a project and need the scanner! i would still really want the flip pal, but if it doesn't arrive, i am just going to have t go out and purchase a different one!

I'm an incurable collector of
antiques, an avid genealogist and a messy but creative cook! I blog, i write history and genealogy books. My main genealogy website is Olive Tree Genealogy http://olivetreegenealogy.com/